Viburnum trilobum - 40-60 CM C2

Description
These produce red fruits. They exude a strong fragrance.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Viburnum americanum, Viburnum opulus var. americanum, Viburnum opulus var. trilobum.

Bulletpoints
* ornamental fruit * strongly scented flowers * attractive red, dark red autumn colouring

Leaves
Attractive red to dark red autumn colouring.

Growth habit
American Cranberry is upright in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The white flowers appear from June to August. They grow to around 8 - 10 cm and are strongly scented.

fruit
The red fruits of Viburnum trilobum are particularly decorative.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, bird food plant